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  1. Akpabio’s N70,000 Wage Claim Disputed by Minimum Wage Act 2019

    Nigeria Akpabio’s N70,000 Wage Claim Disputed by Minimum Wage Act 2019

    Nigeria’s Senate and House passed a bill increasing the minimum wage to N70,000 and shortening the review period. Senate President Akpabio's claim that all employers must pay this wage is disputed. The National Minimum Wage Act 2019 specifies exceptions for smaller employers and certain job...
  2. APC Governors Convene in Abuja Post-Supreme Court Ruling on LG Autonomy

    Nigeria APC Governors Convene in Abuja Post-Supreme Court Ruling on LG Autonomy

    APC governors held a closed-door meeting in Abuja to discuss the Supreme Court's verdict on LGA financial autonomy, the proposed N60,000 minimum wage, and the planned August 1 protest. Key topics included sustainable wage solutions and strategies to address the court ruling's impact on state...
  3. VIDEO: New N70,000 Minimum Wage to Cover Drivers, Housemaids: Akpabio Announces

    Nigeria VIDEO: New N70,000 Minimum Wage to Cover Drivers, Housemaids: Akpabio Announces

    Senate President Godswill Akpabio has announced that the newly approved minimum wage of N70,000 now applies universally to both public and private sector workers, including drivers, housemaids, and domestic staff. The legislation, which reduces wage review negotiations from five to three years...
  4. Nigeria’s Senate Quickly Approves Minimum Wage Hike to N70,000

    Nigeria Nigeria’s Senate Quickly Approves Minimum Wage Hike to N70,000

    The Nigerian Senate has swiftly passed a new minimum wage bill, raising the wage from N30,000 to N70,000 in record time. The bill passed through all readings in less than an hour, and reflects urgent economic measures and alignment with current realities. President Tinubu's budget includes N3...
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    Metro N70,000 Minimum Wage Can Only Buy Bag Of Rice – Ndume - Information Nigeria

    https://www.informationng.com/2024/07/n70000-minimum-wage-can-only-buy-bag-of-rice-ndume.html
  6. N70,000 Minimum Wage Insufficient, Only Affords a Bag of Rice – Ndume

    Nigeria N70,000 Minimum Wage Insufficient, Only Affords a Bag of Rice – Ndume

    Senator Ali Ndume criticizes Nigeria's new N70,000 minimum wage as inadequate, stating it barely covers the cost of a bag of rice. Despite facing political consequences, Ndume urges President Tinubu to address economic challenges and listen to public concerns, emphasizing the need for...
  7. Osun and Benue Governors Pledge to Implement New N70,000 Minimum Wage

    Nigeria Osun and Benue Governors Pledge to Implement New N70,000 Minimum Wage

    Osun Governor Ademola Adeleke and Benue Governor Hyacinth Alia have committed to implementing the new N70,000 minimum wage. Adeleke pledged adherence following the National Assembly's finalization, while Alia assured Benue workers of compliance despite economic challenges. Both leaders emphasize...
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    Metro Minimum wage: Benue, Osun will pay N70,000 – Govs Alia, Adeleke - Daily Post

    https://dailypost.ng/2024/07/20/minimum-wage-benue-osun-will-pay-n70000-govs-alia-adeleke/
  9. Why We Accepted the N70,000 Minimum Wage -  Labour Leaders

    Nigeria Why We Accepted the N70,000 Minimum Wage - Labour Leaders

    Labour leaders accept N70,000 minimum wage after Tinubu pledges three-year reviews. The decision resolves prior strikes over wage hikes in Nigeria. Labour leaders, including Joe Ajaero of the NLC, have accepted the new N70,000 minimum wage following President Bola Tinubu's commitment to review...
  10. Tinubu Agrees to Raise Minimum Wage to N70,000 Amidst Labour Talks

    Nigeria Tinubu Agrees to Raise Minimum Wage to N70,000 Amidst Labour Talks

    President Bola Tinubu agrees to raise minimum wage to N70,000 following talks with labour leaders, aiming to ease economic strains. President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has agreed to implement a new minimum wage of N70,000 following a meeting between government officials and organized labour, as...
  11. NLC Threatens Economy Shutdown Over Minimum Wage Decentralization Bill

    Nigeria NLC Threatens Economy Shutdown Over Minimum Wage Decentralization Bill

    The Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) threatens to shut down the economy for a month if the National Assembly decentralizes the minimum wage. NLC President Joe Ajaero emphasizes the union's opposition to wage disparities across states, highlighting the importance of equal pay for equal work The...
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    Business Tinubu proposes two or three years interval to adjust minimum wages for Nigerian workers - Nairametrics

    https://nairametrics.com/2024/07/12/tinubu-proposes-two-or-three-years-interval-to-adjust-minimum-wages-for-nigerian-workers/
  13. Minimum Wage: NLC Leaders Disappointed as Talks with FG Collapse, Strike Looms

    Nigeria Minimum Wage: NLC Leaders Disappointed as Talks with FG Collapse, Strike Looms

    Nationwide strike looms as NLC fails to reach wage deal with FG. Talks with President Tinubu ended in a deadlock over minimum wage demands and economic concerns. Today, nationwide tensions escalate as the Nigerian Labour Congress (NLC) commences a widespread strike following failed negotiations...
  14. NYSC DG Confirms Corps Members to Benefit from New Minimum Wage

    Nigeria NYSC DG Confirms Corps Members to Benefit from New Minimum Wage

    The NYSC DG, Brigadier General Yushau Ahmed, announced that corps members will benefit from the new minimum wage negotiations. He also warned against posting camp activities on social media, citing recent disciplinary actions. The Director General of the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC)...
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    Metro Minimum Wage: NLC Told To Declare Nationwide Strike, Amount Tinubu Should Pay Disclosed - Legit.ng

    https://www.legit.ng/nigeria/1600014-minimum-wage-nlc-told-declare-nationwide-strike-actual-amount-tinubu-pay-disclosed/
  16. Nigeria Labour Congress Denounces Governors' Attempt to Override Minimum Wage Negotiations

    Nigeria Nigeria Labour Congress Denounces Governors' Attempt to Override Minimum Wage Negotiations

    Nigeria Labour Congress challenges governors' bid to set state minimum wages independently, citing it as dictatorial and harmful to workers' welfare. The NLC insists on upholding a national wage floor to ensure fair standards and economic stability amid varied state financial capacities. The...
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    Politics 36 State Governors to Hold Emergency Meeting Today over Minimum Wage - Politics Nigeria

    https://politicsnigeria.com/breaking-36-state-governors-to-hold-emergency-meeting-today-over-minimum-wage/
  18. Nigeria's Minimum Wage: Tinubu Delays Decision, Cites Need for Comprehensive Approach

    Nigeria Nigeria's Minimum Wage: Tinubu Delays Decision, Cites Need for Comprehensive Approach

    President Tinubu delays the decision on the new national minimum wage for further consultations. FEC supports the move to include input from states and the private sector. Minister of Information Mohammed Idris announces decision after FEC meeting. The government aims for a comprehensive...
  19. FEC Meeting: Minimum Wage Tops Agenda as National Challenges Mount

    Nigeria FEC Meeting: Minimum Wage Tops Agenda as National Challenges Mount

    Nigeria's Federal Executive Council meets to address critical issues, focusing on the minimum wage debate. Government proposes N62,000, while labor demands N250,000. The meeting's outcome could lead to an executive bill and impact labor relations. Other national challenges are also on the...
  20. Minimum Wage: Labour Warns Governors' Resistance to N250,000 Could Deepen Economic Woes

    Nigeria Minimum Wage: Labour Warns Governors' Resistance to N250,000 Could Deepen Economic Woes

    Organized Labour issues caution to governors over proposed national minimum wage as President Bola Tinubu deliberates. Labour demands N250,000 while government offers N62,000. Delayed decision prompts Labour's patience, dismissing immediate strikes. Governors' discord over wage hikes adds...
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